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posted: Aug. 19, 2025.

With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to Dr. Susan A. Hockaday Family Dental Practice these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some Read more

posted: Aug. 12, 2025.

If you want to fix staining, large gaps, fillings, chipped teeth, or the overall shape of your teeth, this may be the perfect option for you. Many of our patients Read more

posted: Aug. 05, 2025.

August 22 is National Tooth Fairy Day! If the Tooth Fairy is a treasured part of your child’s life, you’re just in time to celebrate! But what to do when Read more

posted: Jul. 29, 2025.

You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low Read more

posted: Jul. 22, 2025.

Your trusty manual toothbrush has been with you from pre-school through high school—well, obviously not the same manual toothbrush, because that would be seriously unhygienic—but it’s the kind of toothbrush Read more

posted: Jul. 15, 2025.

“Shouldn’t that be healthy gums,” you’re thinking? And, of course, you’re correct. Healthy gums are extremely important not only for our dental well-being, but for our overall physical health. But that’s Read more

posted: Jul. 08, 2025.

Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Dr. Susan A. Hockaday Family Dental Practice are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our Read more

posted: Jul. 01, 2025.

For many of our patients at Dr. Susan A. Hockaday Family Dental Practice, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a Read more

posted: Jun. 24, 2025.

Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read more

posted: Jun. 17, 2025.

Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your Read more

posted: Jun. 10, 2025.

the doctor and our team at Dr. Susan A. Hockaday Family Dental Practice know this is an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your new little one. We Read more

posted: Jun. 03, 2025.

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more

posted: May 27, 2025.

Many parents have concerns about their children’s teeth not falling out on time. the doctor and our team are here to answer any questions parents may have about when children Read more

posted: May 20, 2025.

“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more

posted: May 13, 2025.

At Dr. Susan A. Hockaday Family Dental Practice, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are Read more

posted: May 06, 2025.

Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more